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Well I'm finally home (again).
4 hospital stays in 91 days. Wow. No wonder it feels so strange to be in my own house again. Adjusting will take time. Cooking for myself will take time.
My house is in the same condition in which I left it. A pigsty. So no one room has warmth and charm to lift my mood. Will have to slowly start cleaning up - one room at a time.
I did go and watch my son play soccer in the finals. I'd been so sick this year - thst it was the first game I had been to all year. His team lost. But they play again next week. So still stand a chance of playing the grand final.
My son is still living with my mum. Has been since the end of April. Hopefully he will see how much I've improved on my new anti depressants and anti anxiety meds. Then he may choose to come home soon.
Was up and doing the washing early this morning. But now reading a book in bed.
Am very bored. But have AA Meeting tomorrow night.
And I have my WorkCover IME (independent Medical Examination) - psych interview with a tough psychiatric on the 30th of this month. Think it could be on Wednesday. And then I have my much waited for Psychologist appointment. Can't see him when I'm in hospital (too far away).
So that's it for now. A new thread for a new beginning.
@Zoe7 @soul @Former-Member @Faith-and-Hope @Bast @oceangirl @outlander @Former-Member @Teej @BlueBay @Owlunar

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@Zoe7. If the shake stays as it is, I can put up with that.

I'll drive to Melbourne. Don't think mum will go to the funeral. But if I stay in Melbourne overnight - I'll ask mum and my son to feed and tuck my dogs inside overnight.

What time does this Cat Fight start?

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Sounds like a good plan @utopia

The cat fights start at 7.30 👀😆

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It's on @utopia - let the games begin lol

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Oops @Zoe7. I forgot to watch it. Turned the tv on and stayed on whatever channel it was on. But this morning I couldn't tell you what I watched. Although at the time I enjoyef it.

My depression has been pushed away, but cognition and memory haven't improved at all.

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I didn't watch it either @utopia was on HC for most of that time - will probably watch it today just to catch up on what happened ...yes you have really sucked me in lol - will give you an update after I watch it!

Cognition and memory issues are a problem but hopefully as you go forward they can improve - might take a little time but hoping for your sake that they do. It is good that your depression has improved Hon - that is one huge battle that you are winning with and that is great

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@Zoe7. Wow I was expecting the gentle butterfly to tell me off for not watching the Cat Fight. And I can't see what's so good about the guy. But I bet you like him because he wears a relative of yours above his top lip (mustache/caterpillar). Lol.

Very happy with depressions disappearance. And I know it will take a few months for my cognition and memory to improve.

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Not a fan of the caterpillar on the lip @utopia but I do like him - actually think he is a kind, genuine guy ...and although his humour can get a bit too much sometimes it is funny!

Catty Cat got a single date last bight and went in for the smooch but was rejected - he kissed her on the cheek instead - loved that!

I am so pleased for you that your depression is lifting Hon - the rest will come in time - the important thing is you can see some hope now and that is awesome

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So glad you are home @utopia and feeling better.

lol ... I forget the load in the washer periodically. White king or eucalyptus can help freshen more if needed.

Yep I can imagine eager dog bring up his big brekkie.

Cheers

Apple

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So tomorrow is the funeral of my best friends mum. She had a big influence on the first 20 years of my life. I remember her stories well.

Will be a hard day to get through. But need to be there for my best friend and for her family, who accepted me into their family when I was 8 years old.

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Hugs and hugs @utopia ..... I will be thinking of you

Just take it hour by hour. Funerals can be a lovely time of bonding and reminiscing amidst the pain of loss ..... just being their with your friend is special and comforting. Are you going back to the house for a cup of tea together afterwards ? It's better to be all together for a while in support of each other after the funeral is over, if you can.

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